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Current Date And Time In Playas, Ecuador

Tuesday, 18 August 2026
21:57:36 ECT
State: Guayas
Currency: United States Dollar (USD)
Timezone: UTC -05:00 (ECT)
Population: 30,564
District: Playas

🗺 Map of Playas, Guayas, Ecuador – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Playas, a city in Guayas, Ecuador, located in South America. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Playas — all essential for geographic navigation, logistics planning, GIS integration and location intelligence workflows. View the live satellite map to explore terrain, streets and urban structure of Playas.

Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into South America • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for Ecuador operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Playas, Guayas

📍 LATITUDE
2.632°
South (S)
📍 LONGITUDE
80.388°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)2.632° S80.3881° W
Signed Decimal Degrees-2.632-80.3881
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)2° 37' 55" S80° 23' 17" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)2° 37.9194' S80° 23.2848' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Playas Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:22 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:27 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 4m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:25 PM
Calculated for today (18 Aug 2026) from Playas’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

🌐 Playas’s Global Position — Equator, Prime Meridian & Antipode

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
293 km
(182 mi) • Playas is in the southern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
8,939 km
(5,555 mi) • Playas is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
2.632° N, 99.612° E
The point exactly opposite Playas through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Playas, you'd surface nearest to Aek Kanopan, Indonesia, about 8 km from the exact antipodal point — most of the Earth's surface opposite any given point is open ocean, so an exact land match is rare.

📊 Geographic Profile of Playas

📍 Location Details

CityPlayas
StateGuayas (Provincia de Guayas)
CountryEcuador
ContinentSouth America
DistrictPlayas
Time Zone-06:00 to -05:00
Founded1910-03-09

📈 Area & Population

Population30,564
Elevation10 m / 33 ft
GPS (DD)-2.632, -80.3881

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Playas

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Guayas
Parent Country: Ecuador

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 30,564
🏆 State Rank: #12 of 23 most populous in Guayas
🏠 Share of Guayas Population: 0.697%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Playas to each nearby city, calculated using the Haversine formula. Estimated travel time is based on a standard drive speed of 60 km/h. Use this data for delivery routing, courier zoning and last-mile logistics planning around Guayas.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
PosorjaGuayasSE18 km11 mi~18m🗺 View
SalinasGuayasSE45 km28 mi~45m🗺 View
Simón BolívarGuayasN50 km31 mi~50m🗺 View
ChongónGuayasNE56 km35 mi~56m🗺 View
Santa LucíaGuayasNE66 km41 mi~1h 6m🗺 View
Santa ElenaGuayasNW69 km43 mi~1h 9m🗺 View

Note: Distances are straight-line (great-circle) between city centers. Actual road distances and travel times will vary based on route and traffic conditions.
Some cities listed above (particularly those on islands or across large water bodies) may not be reachable by direct road — ferry or air travel may be required for those destinations.

🚗 Distance from Playas to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Guayaquil
74 km (46 mi)
NE of Playas • ~1h 14m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Quito
338 km (210 mi)
NE of Playas • ~5h 38m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Guayas

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Guayas, the home state of Playas, along with each city's aerial distance from Guayaquil, Guayas's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Guayaquil-2.1962° S-79.8862° W14 m0 km🗺 View Map
Eloy Alfaro-2.1692° S-79.8399° W3 m6 km🗺 View Map
Daule-1.8603° S-79.9768° W28 m39 km🗺 View Map
Milagro-2.134° S-79.5934° W14 m33 km🗺 View Map
La Libertad-2.233° S-80.9104° W28 m114 km🗺 View Map
El Empalme-1.0449° S-79.6384° W106 m131 km🗺 View Map
Balzar-1.3655° S-79.9051° W41 m92 km🗺 View Map
Naranjito-2.1707° S-79.465° W166 m47 km🗺 View Map
El Triunfo-1.9333° S-79.9667° W6 m31 km🗺 View Map
Naranjal-2.6764° S-79.6174° W60 m61 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport
IATA: GYE
77 km (48 mi) from Playas
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🌍 Playas Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Playas Matter

The exact GPS location of Playas gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Guayas. These coordinates power satellite-based navigation, geofencing for local delivery fleets, sales territory boundaries and proximity checks for a new store or branch opening. All three coordinate formats — DD, DMS and DDM — are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Guayas state-level map data

📈 Coordinate Formats for Playas Mapping

Decimal Degrees (DD) is the standard format used across web mapping APIs and dispatch software. DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) shows up in surveying records, printed maps and older GPS hardware still used by field crews. DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) is the go-to format for marine and aviation navigation. All three formats for Playas are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Playas

The satellite view of Playas lets you check street layout, building density, land use and access roads before committing to a decision. Real estate teams use it to scout plots and assess neighborhood growth. Field service and utility crews use it to plan site visits, coverage zones and installation routes ahead of time. › View the full Ecuador map

🌎 Regional Position of Playas in Guayas

Playas sits within Guayas, Ecuador, in the South America region. Its position relative to other cities shapes trade flow, transport access and local market reach. Location intelligence from this mapping data supports territory planning, competitor proximity analysis and coverage-gap research. › Explore nearby cities

🚚 Logistics & Route Planning with Playas Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Playas for last-mile delivery routing, warehouse placement analysis and freight corridor optimization. The city center provides a reliable starting point for distance calculations, zone pricing models and delivery time estimates across Guayas. › Browse every city in Guayas

💻 Using Playas Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Playas in WGS84 decimal format are compatible with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap, Mapbox, ESRI ArcGIS and all major mapping platforms. Use them for geofencing, distance-based search, map overlays and location-based dashboards. Also useful for CRM territory assignment, field service scheduling and emergency response coordination in Ecuador. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Playas Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Playas directly in Google Maps, navigation apps, mapping software or API integrations. Three coordinate formats are listed for maximum compatibility across tools.
🚛 Explore Nearby CitiesUse the nearby cities tool to find every town and city close to Playas. Ideal for coverage planning, cross-town logistics and regional market research.
🏝 Compare Guayas CitiesAccess the full city directory for Guayas ranked by population, area and density for precise site comparisons and territory planning.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Playas Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Playas?

The GPS coordinates of Playas are latitude -2.632° and longitude -80.3881°. In directional format: 2.632° S, 80.3881° W. These coordinates mark the center of Playas in Guayas and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Playas located?

Playas is a city in Guayas, Ecuador, on the continent of South America. It falls within Playas. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Playas?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Playas sits at: Latitude 2° 37' 55" S and Longitude 80° 23' 17" W. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

👥 What is the population of Playas?

Playas has a population of approximately 30,564 people. This is roughly 0.697% of Guayas's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Guayas.

🗺 How can I view Playas on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Playas is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -2.632, -80.3881 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Playas in Guayas. For broader context, explore the Guayas state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Playas?

The nearest airport to Playas is José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport (GYE), roughly 77 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Playas from Guayaquil?

Playas is approximately 74 km (46 mi) from Guayaquil, the capital of Guayas, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Guayas.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Playas?

Playas sits at an elevation of approximately 10 meters (33 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Guayas.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Playas?

The closest cities to Playas include Posorja, Salinas, Simón Bolívar. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.

☀️ What time does the sun rise and set in Playas today?

Today in Playas, sunrise is at 06:22 AM and sunset is at 06:27 PM, giving a day length of 12h 4m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Playas's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Playas from the Equator?

Playas is approximately 293 km (182 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 8,939 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.

🌐 What is on the exact opposite side of the Earth from Playas?

The antipodal point of Playas — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Aek Kanopan, Indonesia, roughly 8 km from the true antipode. Since about 71% of the Earth's surface is ocean, most antipodal points land in open water rather than on a named city.

🚗 How far is Playas from Quito, the capital of Ecuador?

Playas is approximately 338 km (210 mi) NE of Quito, the national capital of Ecuador, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.